Happy National Astronaut Day 2024! Holiday's founder talks importance of honoring America's spaceflyers (exclusive)

Annie Balliro, CEO of Uniphi Good, has spearheaded National Astronaut Day since 2016 to honor America's astronauts, coinciding with Alan Shepard's historic spaceflight on May 5, 1961. The day has grown to include the Astronaut Rock Star Awards, celebrating the intersection of astronauts and music, with the inaugural event set for May 5, 2024. This initiative reflects Balliro's vision of bridging space exploration with pop culture and supporting STEM/STEAM education through various recognitions and partnerships.